II. Pathophysiology
- Chronic heat exposure results in skin reaction
- Space heaters, Wood burning stoves, and Fireplaces
- Chronic heating pad use
- Occupational (glass blower, baker, chef)
III. Signs
- Reticular (Netlike) or mottled pattern rash
- Telangiectasia (poikiloderma)
- Reddish brown pigmentation
- Atrophy
- Involves legs or other areas chronically heat exposed
IV. Complications
- Skin Cancer (Squamous cell)